Slime Rancher

In short: Slime Rancher is a simulation game released in 2017 by Monomi Park, available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. Our score: 8.8/10 (highly recommended).

Slime Rancher

A charming first-person sandbox game where players explore an alien planet, capture adorable slimes, and build a ranch to raise them, converting their 'plorts' into valuable resources.

Slime Rancher is a delightful first-person, open-world sandbox experience that casts players as Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky young rancher who ventures a thousand light-years from Earth to the 'Far, Far Range.' Her mission: to make a living wrangling slimes. The core gameplay loop involves exploring vibrant and diverse biomes, each teeming with unique types of adorable, googly-eyed slimes. Players use a versatile 'vacpack' to vacuum up slimes, food, and resources, bringing them back to their customizable ranch. The ranching aspect is where the game truly shines. Players build corrals to house their slimes, gardens to grow their preferred foods, and various contraptions to optimize their operations. The ultimate goal is to collect 'plorts' – the valuable byproducts slimes produce after being fed – and sell them on the Plort Market for newbucks, the in-game currency. This currency is then used to upgrade the ranch, unlock new areas, and enhance Beatrix's equipment, creating a satisfying cycle of exploration, collection, and expansion. What sets Slime Rancher apart is its charming aesthetic and surprisingly addictive gameplay. The slimes themselves are incredibly endearing, each with distinct personalities and dietary needs, leading to engaging management challenges. The game consistently introduces new slime types, environmental puzzles, and technological upgrades, ensuring that the sense of discovery and progression remains fresh throughout. It’s a game that encourages experiment…

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Our review

Slime Rancher offers a unique blend of exploration, resource management, and adorable creature collecting that is hard to put down. The vibrant world and charming slimes create a relaxing yet engaging experience. While the 'story' is minimal, the sense of progression and discovery more than makes up for it. The continuous updates and content additions by Monomi Park further enhance its long-term appeal, offering excellent value for its price. It’s a perfect game for those looking for a laid-back, yet deeply rewarding sandbox adventure.

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FAQ

What is the main goal in Slime Rancher?
The main goal is to explore the Far, Far Range, capture various slimes, build and upgrade your ranch, and earn Newbucks by selling slimes' 'plorts' to unlock new areas and progress.
How do I make money in Slime Rancher?
You make money by feeding your slimes their preferred foods, collecting the 'plorts' they produce, and selling these plorts at the Plort Market. Prices fluctuate, so timing your sales is key!
What are Largos and how do they work?
Largos are hybrid slimes formed when a slime eats a plort from a different slime type. They produce both types of plorts and have combined dietary preferences, but be careful not to feed them a third type!
What happens if a slime eats a plort it shouldn't?
If a Largo eats a plort that is not one of its two combined types, it will transform into a dangerous, aggressive 'Tarr'. Tarrs will consume other slimes and spread, so neutralize them with water quickly!
Is there an ending to Slime Rancher?
Slime Rancher is an open-ended sandbox game, so there isn't a definitive 'ending' in the traditional sense. However, there is a narrative thread and a sense of completion as you explore all areas, unlock all upgrades, and uncover the secrets of the Far, Far Range.

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Last updated: 03/04/2026